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August 16, 2018 //

ESPN Wide World of Sports at Disney-Where to play and see all the action! #ESPNatDisney

I was invited along with a fabulous group of bloggers and media to attend the ESPN Wide World of Sports Media Event.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

We all know that any trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida is a magical time  whether you are hitting the parks with friends or family. There is so much to see, do and eat.  Many visitors might not be aware of the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.   This complex is made for sports fanatics, players, families and all those who want to feel like the VIP they have been dreaming of becoming.

For many who are playing youth sports coming to play at Walt Disney World is a dream come true. They are being treated like all-stars from the moment they arrive.  What better place to show off their skills than playing in state of the art facilities.  It’s no wonder that many championships and tournament are calling the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex home for the events.  Players and their families travel all over the world to compete. Just like every Super Bowl champion you can say that great phrase “I’m Going to DIsney World”!

The entire venue is home to  Champion Stadium, The Arena at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, HP Field House, Visa Athletic Center, Baseball Quadraplex, Softball Complex, Tennis Complex, Track & Field Complex, including cross country, covered training facility, Production Center and Welcome Center.

Here is a breakdown of some of the facilities that we visited.  You have to check it out yourself to understand how huge this place is.

Champion Stadium

The centerpiece of the sports complex, Champion Stadium at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, is a retro-style Major League Baseball ballpark that annually hosts MLB spring training (Atlanta Braves) and numerous amateur tournaments. With permanent seating and existing infrastructure, the facility can also host concerts, corporate hospitality functions, event opening ceremonies and other large gatherings.

While at the event we were invited to the opening ceremonies for the Disney Cup International.  With teams from more than 20 countries, this event allows each team the opportunity to compete at world-class facilities.  It was amazing to hear the crowds cheer for each team.  Families have traveled along to see their children play. This event has been happening for 17 years and continues to be a highlight of the summer.

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Everyone is so excited for the games to kick off.

Four luxury suites (all include indoor and outdoor seating areas), plus an additional suite that features a large conference room; two upper-level outdoor suites; and two mezzanine-level outdoor terraces.

Mickey and Minnie Mouse only hang out in the cool spots, that is, of course, the luxury suite. We were lucky enough to get a great photo opp where you can only find them wearing their soccer gear at the sports complex.  Adding this pic to my collection!

There is a display booth equipped with state-of-the-art production equipment for managing in-stadium entertainment, including a 33′ 7″ wide by 21’7″ high jumbo screen which can display ESPN programming, customized videos, daily highlight reels and interviews from the sports complex.

We were all allowed the chance to be an anchor for the day and get to see what it was like to be in front of the camera.  For many of us,we are used to being behind the scenes taking the photos and video content.  I like the idea of being on the big screen.

ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Production Center

 

With more than 1,100 hours of unique content in 2018, the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Production Center has become the epicenter of youth sports broadcast around the globe and is the leading producer of ESPN3 content. The Production Center is a 3,200-square foot, next-generation facility with two full control rooms, six edit bays, 24 channels of replay and 8k camera systems, along with worldwide distribution for broadcast and social media partners.

It features 56 high-definition cameras (42 robotic, 10 handheld and four studio) and 40 high-definition video screens, including three jumbo screens that can capture and display footage, event highlights, and interviews that will broadcast throughout the complex and on various Disney and ESPN platforms.

Here we are learning about how each segment is put together for the newscasters.

HP Field House

The 50,000-square-foot multi-sport indoor arena includes high arches and trusses and other architectural and design elements reminiscent of a classic 1950s style fieldhouse (capacity: 5,500). This multi-purpose facility can accommodate virtually any indoor sport that does not require ice, including basketball, wrestling, gymnastics, volleyball, martial arts, team handball, roller hockey, cheerleading and dance, trampoline and tumbling, indoor tennis, etc., in addition to concerts and conventions.

 

The fieldhouse has room for six full-size collegiate basketball courts (four on the main level and two upstairs on an auxiliary court).

 

The Arena at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

ESPN Wide World of Sports opened a new multi-use sports and entertainment venue in January 2018 that seats 8,000 guests and is one of the only arenas in the country specifically designed for cheer and dance events. The facility also has the ability to host six regulation basketball courts, six regulation volleyball courts or concert configurations.

For cheer and dance events, The Arena can accommodate performance and warm-up space and includes a flexible design for one large competition space that can be converted to host as many as four competition areas. Additional areas can be tailored for warm up and practice, along with areas for judges and officials.

 

We had surprise guests greet us on our tour.   How excited were we when we learned we could shoot some hoops with Nick Anderson former NBA Orlando Magic Guard/ Forward and of course Goofy.

 

The Visa Athletic Center

A multi-sport fieldhouse, The Visa Athletic Center includes space for six basketball courts, 12 regulation-size volleyball courts, two roller hockey rinks, four locker rooms, two conference rooms and two officials’ rooms.

Can you believe how many activities are happening at once? Each area that we passed was occupied and being used by teams. It is amazing that these facilities are able to accommodate everyone.

ESPN Wide World of Sports Grill

An enlarged, sports-themed, casual restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating located across from Champion Stadium. The restaurant contains a full bar and menu items include burgers, pizza, signature sandwiches, and salads, along with a variety of desserts and beverages. The Grill also includes high-definition TV screens, live radio remote capabilities and a SportsCenter desk, located inside the ESPN broadcast studio.

Inbetween a game grab a bite or watch another sport on the many screens.

Unique Extras

Retail facilities: Three sports-themed merchandise locations reside at the sports complex, while customized merchandise vehicles are located throughout the other venues during individual events.

The Welcome Center provides assistance to sports complex guests during their visit to Walt Disney World Resort, including planning for theme park visits, dining and golf reservations.

 

 

Have you ever watched a sporting event at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex?

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Comments

  1. shelly peterson says

    August 17, 2018 at 12:32 am

    How fun. My son would love this.

  2. Janet W. says

    August 17, 2018 at 8:24 am

    What a fun experience! This would be a blast for my grandsons to see and experience in person!

  3. Dana Rodriguez says

    August 17, 2018 at 11:14 am

    This event looks like it was so much fun to attend. Great photos!

  4. Karen Jaras says

    August 17, 2018 at 5:56 pm

    My grandkids are not into sports but perhaps in a few years. I will keep this in my wish folder for the future.

  5. shannon fowler says

    August 21, 2018 at 7:17 pm

    We live fairly close to disney and we frequent the parks, but we have never been to the espn complex. This looks like it would be so much fun!

  6. Natalie says

    August 22, 2018 at 4:30 pm

    I would love to see the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Production Center! It is fun to see behind the scenes.

  7. Richard Brandt says

    August 22, 2018 at 8:21 pm

    How fitting, since ESPN carries many Mickey Mouse games. We live in Alabama so Braves spring training is a big deal!

  8. Mendy Dinsmore says

    August 22, 2018 at 11:26 pm

    This place sounds amazing. Any child would love to say they played there. I think it is a great idea and fits lots of sports.

  9. Tiffany Schmidt says

    August 24, 2018 at 3:28 pm

    It’s such a fun place. Always a fun experience when a day at the parks is not int he itinerary!

  10. Dandi D says

    August 28, 2018 at 7:52 am

    Wow, this looks like a lot of fun and I know my family would enjoy it!

  11. Angela Saver says

    August 30, 2018 at 7:22 pm

    This looks like such a fun time! How exciting! I especially like seeing how things go behind the scenes!

  12. Kristen J. says

    September 8, 2018 at 9:16 pm

    I’ve seen events here before and it’s really a nice place. Good set up, good parking, everything is clean and nice. I’ve never seen the behind the scenes stuff before though, neat.

  13. Tamra Phelps says

    November 1, 2018 at 6:21 pm

    Wow, my nephews would really get a kick out of this. I had no idea this was there!

  14. Bernie Wallace says

    November 15, 2018 at 5:38 am

    There is lots to do at The Wide World of Sports. I remember that they were thinking of building a bowling ally at one time on property.

  15. Tyler G says

    December 17, 2018 at 11:14 pm

    I’ll take my kids there one of these days. I want to go just as bad as they do!

  16. Bernie Wallace says

    December 31, 2018 at 6:26 am

    My mom sometimes works at this venue. The fields are alot of fun to play on.

  17. Laura says

    February 6, 2019 at 12:49 am

    My husband would enjoy this. He likes all things sports. And when I say “all things”, i mean all things lol.

  18. Abigail Gibson says

    April 8, 2019 at 11:55 am

    I worked for Disney at one time in my life but never made it over to this complex. Looks so fun!

  19. Sue E says

    June 21, 2019 at 1:20 am

    I knew Disney World had everything and something for everyone’s amusement!
    ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex home for the events was pin worthy! Husbands, fathers, & others can do their thing there, while other family members can enjoy the other side of Disney’s World ? There’s fun to be had by all. I personally would love to check this place out. I love sports! Just like every Super Bowl champion, I can say that great phrase “I’m Going to DIsney World”! YEAH!

  20. Sandy Klocinski says

    July 22, 2019 at 11:59 am

    How awesome for sports lovers! This would be a great place to take the sports fanatic in your life. It’s a great idea but not my cup of tea

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